Surkhab
Persian · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Surkhab
Surkhab is a Persian name combining "surk" (red) and "ab" (water), literally meaning "red water" or "red river." The name derives from Old Persian linguistic roots and likely references a geographical feature or poetic description.
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Etymology
Surkhab is a Persian name combining "surk" (red) and "ab" (water), literally meaning "red water" or "red river." The name derives from Old Persian linguistic roots and likely references a geographical feature or poetic description.
The name is primarily used in Persian-speaking cultures, particularly among Tajik, Afghan, and Iranian populations, with historical significance in Central Asian and South Asian Islamic societies.
Surkhab currently ranks #3,524 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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